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Newspaper
Ada Weekly News
Location
Ada, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1951
Page
4
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The piece lauds State Secretary Acheson for strong leadership at the Japanese peace treaty conference. It credits him with steering 48 of 51 nations with Russia’s Gromyko trying to disrupt, cleaning out red sympathizers, and strengthening the department amid anti Acheson sentiment in Congress. It argues he may be as capable as Truman.
Observers compare current Texas drought to 1918 with western Oklahoma hit hard then. Travelers recount 1918 wagon migrations to timbered areas, and 1919 and 1920 farming stories. Cattlemen mention mesquite bean sustenance and buyers who invested in land after a single 1919 crop, amid scarce grass.
The speaker celebrates new church congregations in rural areas and small towns, noting optimism over church buildings along highways. He warns that neglecting Bible taught idealism amid industrial gains could weaken the nation and stresses children’s need for Sunday School opportunities.
A political reflection on dual roles of leaders, noting duties to public and party. It contrasts big politicians with little statesmen and calls for aligning political and public service to avoid conflicts.
The text notes that many people value honor and service over money. Lodge members, church volunteers, and even potential cabinet appointees accept duties despite personal expense. The author argues this selfless drive reflects a commendable national character.
The text notes that those with means pay high prices for pets, jewelry, garments, art, or antiquities. It suggests once basic needs are met, people may part with surplus capital for scarce or valued items, like a dog yielding more than a bull or a painting exceeding a home in perceived value.
A House cut civil defense funding from 535 million to 65 million and the author questions spending. They argue deep shelters for all are impractical, favoring protection for major cities or near industry, while acknowledging calculated war risks and hoping radar defenses limit bombings.
The piece questions Supreme Court Justice William C. Douglas for urging recognition of Red China amid U.S. policy and U.S.-China tensions. It suggests motives may range from political ambition to genuine Asia knowledge, arguing the move could aid Communist propaganda and misread the Pacific balance.
The piece argues for bold prosecutors who aggressively tackle organized vice and large crime rings. It cites past leaders like Judge Hughes and Governor Dewey as examples and urges a new generation of fearless prosecutors to clean up corruption and be rewarded by the public.
The writer notes a waiter who prefers a seven hour day to owning a restaurant and sixteen hour shifts. A farmer friend dislikes land ownership due to taxes and tied tenancy, valuing mobility over asset risk. The piece suggests many workers favor steady income and flexibility over ownership and the risk of failure.
A weekend of air disasters left 26 dead across routes from Sao Paulo Brazil to Duluth Minnesota. Fatal crashes occurred in Phillipsburg New Jersey Long Beach California and near Fredericksburg Virginia with other incidents in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. A hoax bomber search was canceled after coast guard said distress reports were false.
A record early freeze struck northern Michigan on Saturday. Cadillac and Muskegon reported subfreezing or near freezing lows with 23 and 31 degrees respectively, while Dayton Ohio set a new date low at 44 degrees. The cold spell stretched from New England to the Great Lakes as heavy rains soaked Texas and scattered showers troubled the Rockies and plains.
In Altus Oklahoma a 14 year old boy, Robert Earl White, was killed when his father's pickup truck was struck by a train at a county road crossing five miles north of the city. The father Marion White, 3, and two other sons were injured. Perry Thomas, 15, and Carl DQ11 were treated at Memorial Hospital. Witnesses say the boy was knocked from the truck into the train’s path.
Frank Ikard a 37 year old district judge was elected congressman from Texas 4th district. With returns from 327 precincts in the ld county district Ikard led by nearly two to nine as his opponents conceded. Walter Jenkins of Wichita Falls conceded first followed by Joe Jackgin the Wichita Falls oilman and the lone Republican in the eight way race.
First American airmail stamps included 24 cent aircraft stamps, some printed upside down and valued by collectors. The note references Sen Wallace Bennett remark and contrasts concerns about safety with humanitarian issues. It also mentions animals’ water needs, stating some can survive up to 100 days without food but die within five to nineteen days without water.
Washington based report on Senate crime committee proposals to tighten law across transportation licensing narcotics penalties liquor controls and immigration perjury and evidence rules. Key figures Kefauver O Conor and supporters seek two year license terms and a permanent federal crime commission to oversee reforms.
Malcolm MacDonald, British commissioner general of Southeast Asia, urged Singapore to become a leading cultural center. Speaking at Victoria Theatre, he praised Indian and other foreign artists and described Singapore as a crossroads where European, Indian, Chinese, and Malay cultures mingle. He said the city could grow beyond its status as a bustling commercial center.
In Honolulu a blaze at four civilian housing barracks near Pearl Harbor caused over 1 million dollars in damage. An unidentified civilian worker was found in the ashes, with identification to come after occupants are checked. The fire began in an unused building and burned for over 90 minutes.
Dutch patrol in remote New Guinea jungle reports a wall fortified village of primitive tribesmen who had never seen whites. Patrol leader Den Hasmcal soothed the confrontation by singing native peace songs and gifting presents after the single crawl through a doorway. Thyme note adds ancient Greek incense context.
Oklahoma Democrat Rep. Tom Steed blasted proposed atomic shelters for lawmakers as political nonsense. He warned lawmakers would have to rely on citizens if bombs fall and urged prioritizing military nerve centers and crucial records for national survival. He downplayed congressmen’s safety, suggesting they could flee or fight, and that Congress might delegate broad war powers to the president.
BAR HARBOR Me Sept 10 A New York child psychologist Dr. David Levy defended the baby pacifier saying a rubber nipple or ivory ring may curb thumb sucking when breastfeeding or bottle nursing cannot satisfy an infant. He noted longer nursing reduces later feeding trouble and may prevent dental jaw issues.
Atlantic City spectators watched Postal Clerk John J. Staines win the clam eating championship by swallowing 199 raw clams in 20 minutes. Izzy Weintraub, a 200-pound jitney driver and seven year champ, finished with 145 clams in 26 minutes, admitting he cannot match Staines. Both men are Atlantic City residents.
The Rural Electrification Administration reports one peak in new line installations. Last fiscal year 117000 miles were energized, down 35 percent from the year before. Power delivery rose 25 percent last year, doubled since 1943, but many farms on lines lack full appliance quotas.
Government officials report Murle tribesmen in Upper Nile request payment in canoes instead of cash for car road labor. No suitable local trees exist for canoes, but canoes could be brought from neighboring areas.
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